Category Manager - Epc And Engineering Support at Martin Marietta Materials in Raleigh, North Carolina

Job Description:

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Position Summary:
We are seeking a Category Manager to join our Procurement team. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Compliance, this position will be responsible for executing a strategic sourcing strategy that maximizes value for The Company, including category and commodity management, process standardization, contract negotiation, supplier development, and performance management.


Position Responsibilities:

• Manage a group of suppliers in assigned categories that exceed The Company's requirements in terms of value, quality, and service


• Support the Enterprise Engineering Services group for capital project procurement across the enterprise


• Collaborate with Divisions and Corporate to identify, prioritize and execute strategic national and regional initiatives that align with business goals and improve supplier value, quality, and service


• Facilitate in-depth quantitative analysis and KPI review, in coordination with business partner input and market trends, to implement sourcing strategies that maximize value creation


• Coordinate with procurement and analytical teams to significantly improve sourcing efficiency


• Negotiate contracts with key national and regional suppliers to ensure optimal value and service levels


• Partner with Legal to ensure contacts and terms and conditions minimize risk for The Company


• Manage and drive measurable improvement with key suppliers using tools such as ongoing business reviews and standardized performance scorecards


• Communicate key supplier updates and decisions to The Company's management team


• Support other strategic initiatives and projects as required by The Company


• Perform all activities in accordance with the Company's Mission, Vision, and Values, and in compliance with the Company's policies, procedures, and Code of Ethical Business Conduct

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mining, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering; business, supply chain or related field required; MBA preferred


• Minimum 3 years of professional experience required


• Buying and strategic sourcing experience in aggregates or a similar industry is strongly preferred


• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a diverse, cross-functional team environment required


• Advanced negotiation skills and solid knowledge of the contractual language required


• Excellent leadership, quantitative, analytical, and communications skills required


• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time required

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.


At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.


In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program - for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apply Now